Topographical maps: NZMS 260 S15, R14 and R15

Information, permits and hut tickets

Department of Conservation. Waikato Conservancy.

Private Bag 3072, Hamilton

Tel: 07 838 3363 DOC web site

Local information

Pirongia Visitor Centre. 798 Franklin Street, Pirongia 2450

Raglan Information Centre. 4 Wallis St, Raglan. 07 825 0556

Te Awamutu Information Centre. 1 Gorst Ave. 07 8713259

Pirongia Te Aroaro o Kahu Restoration Society

For information about joining our society and what our current projects are please contact:
The Secretary, Pirongia Te Aroaro o Kahu Restoration Society,P.O. Box 34007, Pirongia 3844

Benefits of belonging to the Society Include:

• Quarterly newsletter to members, keeping them up-to-date with activities and items of interest relating to Mt Pirongia and environmental events
• Bringing back the birds to Mt Pirongia
• Acting locally for the environment, benefitting nationally
• Discovering the fascinating details of native ecosystems, Maori folklore and tikanga, and historical significance of Mt Pirongia
• Sense of belonging to the area
• Social side of our activities
• Feedback on the results of initiatives and research regarding the mountain
• Choose your own level of involvement.  There is a vast choice and range of commitment.
• Getting out into our great outdoors: Recreational opportunities
• Staying active
• Access to our networks of experts and experienced environmentalists

Useful References

• Botany of the Waikato. Compiled and published by theWaikato Botanical Society. 2002.
• Day Walks of Waikato and King Country. S. Frimmel. Reed Publishing Ltd, Auckland. 2003.
• Pirongia and Karioi. Department of Conservation brochure. 2002
• The Waikato War of 1863-64 - a guide to the main events and sites. N.Ritchie. Published by Te Awamutu Museum. 2001.